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Up until 1971 all nine holes in Sutton were located on the clubhouse side of the railway line. New members and visitors shake their heads when they hear this. They are usually told a story that has become embedded in Sutton history. Legend has it that when someone shouted “fore” everyone on the course ducked! The club had spent some time negotiating with Dublin City Council for a large plot of reclaimed land, that had been a dump previously. Eventually the club received a lease and the three new holes that were developed opened in 1971. They have been developed over subsequent years to become three excellent and challenging holes. As might be expected this allowed development of 6 basically new holes on the original footprint of the club. The challenge has remained the same for golfers down through the years. Accuracy is all important - which is why Sutton continues to develop many fine golfers.

Set on 39 hectares of picturesque parkland, only 6kms from Dublin City Centre and 20kms from Dublin Airport. Elm Park Golf & Sports Club was founded in 1925, the Club offers world class facilities for golf and tennis, with an 18 hole golf course, 13 tennis courts (2 all-weather floodlit, 4 artificial clay courts, 2 covered courts and 5 grass courts) and 3 Padel courts. The vibrant membership of Elm Park also provide numerous clubs and societies covering activities from bridge to snooker, to art and poetry. The clubhouse and recently refurbished sports area provide a comfortable and welcoming space to unwind, enjoy fine or casual dining, or just relax in the bar and enjoy the beautiful views.

Set in the mature parklands of West Dublin, Westmanstown Golf Club features an 18-hole championship course known for its tree-lined fairways, strategic layout and excellent year-round condition. With a mix of challenging and scenic holes, it offers a rewarding experience for golfers of all levels.